Breast Pumps

MrsNyberg09

I have no clue what I am looking for when Registering for one of these. Any of you Lovely Mommas or mommas to be  have some idea?

Themetastic

I really want the Medela Freestyle Hands Free but the price tag is scary.

Jelliebean1982

If you are working you'll want a double-electric pump and you'll want to spend some money on it.  A good pump is worth it.  You'll be spending a lot of time with it, so plan to think loving thoughts about your breast pump. 

mplesset23

Crash Into Me:

I'd check with your insurance company first and see if they cover one.  I know that if my doctor writes a prescription for it, my insurance will cover one.

Also, I think the IRS just passed something saying that breast pumps are approved for flexible spending accounts if you have one.

JenJune3

I have this one

https://www.target.com/Medela-Style-Advanced-Breast-Backpack/dp/B0011E75RK/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&searchView=list&keywords=medela&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-18&qid=1301600736&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Medela%20Style%20Advanced%20Breast%20Backpack&node=1038590&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038590&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0

 

Never used it, so hopefully it's good!

MrsNyberg09

thanks Ladies this is helpful to me

auntlucy2011

All of the advice I've been getting from family and friends has been to just rent one from the hospital.  They are faster/more powerful than anything you can get in the store.  Also, if bf doesn't work for you, you're not out the money.

cozylittlecave

Baby Bargains has a good section on pumps including the best recommendations based on your situation/plans.

harri339

I JUST got off the phone with my insurance company asking if they covered it and as long as my dr. writes a prescription they will.  Definitely check before you buy one.  They are such a huge expense for a good one!

CA_EAM

I have used a Medela ($270+) and an Ameda/Lansinol ($150ish) and don't really think there is a difference in power or output.  And the Ameda was easier to clean.

MissLMS

I highly recommend a double electric pump by Medela. yes, they are expensive but worth every penny.

I have the Medela Pump In Style that I used for a year with DD. I'm secretly coveting the handsfree model though. I just don't know that I can justify getting another pump when I already own one!

ohfour

I have the Medela Pump In Style Advanced. Works great. I also bought a hands free pumping bra off of Amazon that made pumping 100x easier.

MerSut86

I got a pre-owned pump from a consignment sale...sounds gross, but the motor is the most important part.  You can often find them for less than $100, and replace all of the parts that touch you, and the milk brand new for a reasonable price. 

I got a Medela pump in style advanced double pump, I have heard from my breast feeding friends that it is worth every penny and is the best on the market.  Good luck!

LJR 84

I borrowed a Medela Pump in Style Advanced last time, but I'm buying my own for this baby.